Davido Reveals He Almost Quit Music Before Hit Song With Omah Lay
Afrobeat superstar, Davido, has opened up about how his collaboration with Omah Lay on the chart-topping track “With You” saved his career at a point when he was considering quitting music. Eyes Of Lagos reports,
Davido Speaks on Career Struggles
In a recent viral interview, Davido confessed that before the release of With You, he was seriously contemplating exiting the music scene after over a decade of dominance. According to him, he never expected the song to become the most-streamed single on his latest 5ive Album.
The singer explained:
“We thank God. 13 or 14 years after, for me to have this kind of song… People usually get this kind of record at the beginning of their career or in the middle. I was even preparing to bow out, then God gave me this song. He definitely added more life to it.”
With You Tops Spotify and Charts Worldwide
Davido’s With You featuring Omah Lay has now earned the title of #1 most-streamed Nigerian song on Spotify in 2025, proving to be a massive global hit.
The single has also:
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Been nominated for “Song of the Year” at the 2025 AFRIMA Awards.
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Topped the Official Nigeria Top 100 Chart.
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Broken into the Top 5 Afrobeats songs on Billboard US.
This milestone further cements Davido’s place as one of Africa’s most successful and consistent Afrobeats stars, even 14 years into his music career.
Fans React
The revelation has stirred emotions online, with fans praising Davido’s resilience and celebrating the impact of With You. Many say the record proves that true talent always finds its way back to the spotlight.
🎥 Watch the full interview clip below:
“I was thinking of bowing out from music before God blessed me with this record with Omah Lay.”
-Davido pic.twitter.com/tEf6DmhwxX
— Arthur🇳🇬🇬🇧🇸🇳 (@AjMachalaa) September 28, 2025